Chapter 14, Problem 10E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The hybridization which is needed for central atoms which have tetrahedral arrangement of electron pairs and linear arrangement of electron pairs should be determined. The number of unhybridized p-atomic orbitals present when the geometry of central atom is tetrahedral, trigonal planar and linear. The uses of unhybridized p-atomic orbitals should be determined.

Concept Introduction:

When two atomic orbitals combine with each other to produce hybrid orbitals, redistribution of energy of orbitals of distinct atoms to form orbitals with equal energy occurs. This process is known as hybridization and the formed new orbitals are known as hybrid orbitals.